Maintenance Assistant, Grant-funded

**TITLE**: Maintenance Assistant

**DURATION**: Summer Term (May - August 2025)

**LOCATION**: 661 Main Street, 75 Martha, 637 Main Street, Common outdoor spaces

**DEPARTMENT**: Facilities

**REPORTS TO**: Director of Operations

**WAGE**: $18 per hour

HOURS OF WORK: 40 hours a week

**ABOUT THE COMPANY**:
Main Street Project Inc. (MSP) is a not-for-profit charitable community health center with a mandate to address the social determinants of health which give rise to issues of addiction, physical, and mental health issues and homelessness. MSP uses housing-first and harm reduction principles in the provision of a safe, respectful and accessible place for individuals who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in the community.

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- The Cleaner/Maintenance worker ensures that Main Street Project (MSP) buildings, both interior and exterior are always kept clean and in good repair which includes cleaning floors, washing walls and glass, removing/emptying refuse containers, removing garbage from MSP owned property (parking lots, lanes and alleyways), snow removal, ice sanding, completing ongoing maintenance requirements and notifying Director of Operations of required repairs.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Service, clean, and stock MSP facilities
- Gather and empty trash
- Clean, sweep and mop floors multiple times during shift
- Sweep mop, and vacuum duties
- Ensure inventory of cleaning supplies is maintained in all areas, moving supplies between different sites and restocking as needed
- Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors
- Notify supervisor concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems
- Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors
- Snow removal and ice sanding
- Moving of furniture, donations and deliveries
- Minor maintenance including, but not limited to:

- Minor plumbing issues (e.g. unclogging drains, etc.)
- Simple Carpentry (e.g. dry wall patching, door replacement, etc.)
- Painting
- Removal/installation/assembly of furniture and fixtures
- Other duties as assigned

**QUALIFICATONS**
- Prior handyman/repair or cleaning experience in a similar community health environment
- Reliable, punctual, and dependable in fulfilling position obligations
- Attention to detail and ability to complete tasks
- Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility to changing needs and tasks
- Ability to take initiative beyond the scope of assigned daily and weekly tasks to meet the needs of the department
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Customer Service skills, ability to interact professionally with staff, visitors, clients and management
- Working knowledge of basic computer skills (i.e. Outlook).

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials
- Ability to handle and move objects - Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning and moving materials
- Ability to lift 50lbs or more
- Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Clear Vulnerable Sector Search and Clear Adult Abuse Registry Check required. The employee is responsible for any service charges incurred.
- Valid Driver's License is an asset

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Based on the funding requirements for this position, applicants must be between **18 and 30 years of age**at the beginning of the employment period.
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Act for the duration of the employment. **(Social Insurance Numbers that start with 900 will not qualify under this funding)**:

- Have a **valid social insurance number at the start of employment** and be **legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.**

Application closes on May 31st, 2025.

Main Street Project recognizes the importance of building a workforce that is reflective of the community it serves, where culture, language and perspectives drive a high standard of care and service. Therefore, preference will be given to Indigenous people and those who reflect the people/population we serve. Applicants are asked to self-declare in their cover letter along with describing how they meet the above qualifications.

We provide a passionate fast-paced community environment where you will be immersed in our operations and service. You will experience firsthand the impact of our work in our community.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.